Offaly manager Stephen Wallace: ‘I just don’t think it’s the way the game should be played’

12.47am on a Tuesday night, a call goes in to new Offaly manager Stephen Wallace. He answers on the first ring. The drive from Offaly to North Kerry requires a few calls to pass the 400km round-trip. Here’s what came up along the way…

Q: How long is the journey down from Offaly for you tonight?

A: Tonight was a bit different because of the inclement weather conditions in the Midlands. We were lucky enough to get the facilities in Clara for training, so that added a bit to my journey. You’re looking at three hours tonight. Up and down.